We’ll be hopping with joy for Amphibian Week, May 5-11, 2024. Join us to learn more about our slimy friends and how we’re helping conserve their habitats! bit.ly/44mDtmR #AmphibianWeek2024

Conserving our natural resources is not a one-person job. NRCS succeeds through its partnerships, working closely with individual farmers and ranchers, landowners, local conservation districts, government agencies, Tribes, Earth Team volunteers and more: bit.ly/4awSy7x

In this Ask the Expert, Economist Claire White answers questions about Risk Management Agency programs and opportunities for urban and innovative producers, including the new Controlled Environment crop insurance program. bit.ly/40yxdqn

Potential partners are invited to propose RCPP projects where NRCS & partners co-invest in impactful & innovative solutions to on-farm, watershed, & regional natural resource concerns. We have upcoming webinars for applicants over the next few months: bit.ly/45to04s

Signing up for a secure FarmersGov account is a quick process that'll give you more options for working with us. Learn more: bit.ly/3IpjIyS

Have you seen our GovDelivery category for specialty crops and organic topics? Sign up to receive related news, deadline reminders and program information, delivered right to your inbox. bit.ly/46vhXMy

How can we partner with you? Dept. of Agriculture offers direct farm operating loans that can be used to purchase livestock & feed, farm equipment, fuel, farm chemicals, insurance, & other costs, including family living expenses. bit.ly/3otrFex

Meet Jan and Michelle Eckhart of Sweet Berry Farm in Rhode Island. Programs from Farm Service Agency and Risk Management Agency federal crop insurance have helped the couple manage their risk and recover from unpredictable weather. Learn more: bit.ly/4cy443X

Every May, we celebrate the vibrant cultures and invaluable contributions of our Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities. From cultivating traditions to innovation, your diversity strengthens our agricultural landscape.

#AAPIHeritageMonth #AANHPI

.Dept. of Agriculture is expanding Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage rainfall index insurance to include Hawaii beginning in 2025. Learn more: bit.ly/3UGwdOr

Deputy Under Secretary Gloria Montaño Greene addresses Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities members during a partnership meeting in Nashville, TN.

Did you know FSA farm loans can be used to support #climatesmart agriculture practices? Visit farmers.gov to see examples and learn more: bit.ly/4aYBhV0.

#DYK ? You can always check our current farm loan rates and review our farm loan programs here: bit.ly/3G7MbId

NRCS offers a variety of programs, services, resources and tools to help farmers, ranchers, forest landowners and partners pursue voluntary conservation efforts to deliver climate solutions: bit.ly/4aRgvpV

Questions about #cropinsurance ? Here's an overview and brief explanation of each step in the crop insurance application process: bit.ly/3ARX1iD

.Dept. of Agriculture is adding program flexibilities, expanding options and assistance, and investing in fertilizer to help farmers address inflation and global food insecurity: bit.ly/3xxgM39

Cover crop roots create water channels and improve soil tilth. bit.ly/38JeuRV #soilhealth

Beginning farmers and ranchers are eligible for certain #cropinsurance benefits designed to help as you start your operation. Learn more: bit.ly/3v3hijQ

You can find FSA updates, resources and contact info for your state from this interactive map. bit.ly/3GhU3t4

If you want to help monarchs, we want to help you. Scroll down for a list of resources and a guide on how to get started. bit.ly/3jLM3Zr #MonarchMonday